What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Professional I - Abbeville position at State of South Carolina?
With our agency's mission to support the recovery of people with mental illness, we provide a complete array of medical and support services for children, adults, and families throughout South Carolina.
THIS POSITION IS REPOSTED
*** Previous applicants are still under consideration and do not need to reapply***
This position is located with the South Carolina Department of Mental Health, Beckman Center for Mental Health Services, Abbeville County. This position will serve Calhoun Falls Family Practice, Pendergrass Family Practice, and Lakelands Family Practice.
Under general supervision, provides treatment and educational services to children, adolescents and their families experiencing serious emotional disturbance and adults with a serious mental illness. Mental health services will be provided in a culturally competent manner, which will include but not be limited to, assessment, crisis management, individual therapy, group therapy, and family therapy.State Requirements: A master’s degree in guidance, counseling, the social sciences or related field.
Agency Requirements: Must qualify for credentialing and privileging as a mental health professional and in accordance with Quality Assurance standards and with concurrence by DMH Office of Quality Management.
Note: When Agency Requirements are listed above, applicants must also meet the Agency Requirements.
Preferred Qualifications: One year post master’s experience is preferred.
Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.
The South Carolina Department of Mental Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Agency. We provide affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex – including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. Please account for any and all gaps of employment in your application. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of application completion nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
The South Carolina Department of Mental Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
- Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
- 15 days annual (vacation) leave accrual per year
- 15 days sick leave per year
- 13 paid holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
Salary : $51,039 - $72,134
